Former England captain Phil de Glanville has joined the board of the Rugby Football Union.De Glanville, who won 38 England caps between 1992 and 1999, has become the senior RFU representative after His Honour Judge Jeff Blackett's term as Professional Game Board chairman came to an end last month.'This is an exciting time to be involved in the leadership of the game in England,' former Bath centre De Glanville said in a RFU statement. RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Gareth Bale, Jesse Lingard and Dele Alli shown up by... Mako and Billy Vunipola pen new deals with Saracens as... 'I want us to inspire the nation as much as the football... Gregor Townsend 'delighted and grateful' after extending... Share this article Share 'Rugby will always be in my blood, and I am delighted to be able to make a contribution to the development of the game going forward.'The PGB was formed in 2008 with a remit to monitor and manage all issues concerning professional rugby in England, ranging from season structure to player welfare.The 49-year-old made 189 appearances for Bath over a 12-year spell with the club.  RELATED ARTICLES Previous 1 Next Gareth Bale, Jesse Lingard and Dele Alli shown up by... Mako and Billy Vunipola pen new deals with Saracens as... 'I want us to inspire the nation as much as the football... Gregor Townsend 'delighted and grateful' after extending... Share this article Share

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